Vulnerability Description
Crestron AirMedia for Windows before 5.5.1.84 has insecure inherited permissions, which leads to a privilege escalation vulnerability found in the AirMedia Windows Application, version 4.3.1.39. A low privileged user can initiate a repair of the system and gain a SYSTEM level shell.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Crestron | Airmedia | 4.3.1.39 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.crestron.com/Security/Security_AdvisoriesVendor Advisory
- https://www.crestron.com/release_notes/airmedia_windows_installer_release_notes_Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.crestron.com/Security/Security_AdvisoriesVendor Advisory
- https://www.crestron.com/release_notes/airmedia_windows_installer_release_notes_Release NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-40298?
CVE-2022-40298 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Crestron AirMedia for Windows before 5.5.1.84 has insecure inherited permissions, which leads to a privilege escalation vulnerability found in the AirMedia Windows Application, version 4.3.1.39. A low...
How severe is CVE-2022-40298?
CVE-2022-40298 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-40298?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Crestron Airmedia.